Pharmacy Storekeeper

About the role

The Pharmacy Storekeeper holds a fixed term one year contract at 100% with a three month probation period, based at the Galkayo North project in Mudug, Somalia, and is to start as soon as possible. The post sits within Medecins Sans Frontieres and reports to the Pharmacy supervisor, working closely with the medical activity Manager in Galkayo North and the MTL. The role covers the central pharmacy storing activities so that stock stays above security level under recommended storage conditions.

What you will do

• Prepare the monthly stock request and share it with the Pharmacy supervisor.
• Receive orders and deliveries from the warehouse and central pharmacy, identify disparities against the cargo manifest and report them.
• Complete entries on stock cards and in the software, and record all stock movements in and out using standard distribution units.
• Finish the monthly inventory and share it with the project pharmacy supervisor and the Mission Pharmacy Manager.
• Prepare, pack and dispatch orders for consumption units such as departments and wards according to approved requests.
• Report anomalies or changes in consumption patterns, as well as missing material, damage or robbery.
• Monitor temperature and humidity, keep cold chain products stored and transported according to protocols, and keep the premises clean and free from rodents.
• Manage expired and quarantined drugs and controlled drugs in line with standards, and keep pharmacy access limited to authorised personnel.
• Collect consumption data from departments and submit stock reports weekly, monthly or as requested.
• Participate in inventories, audits, supervision visits and related meetings when requested.

What you need

• Essential: a Bachelor degree in pharmacy.
• Essential: at least 3 years of previous experience in a similar or relevant position.
• Essential: advanced proficiency in English and Somali.
• Essential: proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/Teams and the internet).
• Competencies sought include results and quality orientation, teamwork and cooperation, good communication, behavioural flexibility, commitment to MSF principles, service orientation and stress management.
• Willingness to respect MSF values, principles, medical ethics and confidentiality, and to follow health and safety rules for handling medical supplies.

Experience

The notice asks for a minimum of three years in a similar or relevant post, and previous work with MSF or another NGO is desirable.

How to apply

Applicants should submit an updated CV or resume, a motivation letter, a copy of the Bachelor degree in Pharmacy and copies of relevant professional and training certificates. These documents are attached as a single file through the application portal for the vacancy no later than 13th November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.